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Untitled, by Kerry James Marshall, watercolor, 2012

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Overview

Untitled is a 2012 watercolor by Kerry James Marshall, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Kerry James Marshall
When & what style?
2012
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting depicts a man with dark, curly hair and a serious expression. He is wearing a white jacket with a collar and buttons down the front, over a dark shirt with vertical stripes. The background of the painting is a solid light color. The man's facial features are rendered in detail, with shading used to create depth and dimension. His hair is depicted in loose, expressive curls, and his eyes seem to gaze directly at the viewer. The overall effect is one of quiet intensity, as if the subject is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of watercolor techniques, you might want to explore the work of Kerry James Marshall.

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